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Lost and Found
by Oliver JeffersFrom the illustrator of the #1 smash hit The Day The Crayons Quit comes a humorously warm tale of friendship. Now also an animated TV special!What is a boy to do when a lost penguin shows up at his door? Find out where it comes from, of course, and return it. But the journey to the South Pole is long and difficult in the boy’s rowboat. There are storms to brave and deep, dark nights.To pass the time, the boy tells the penguin stories. Finally, they arrive. Yet instead of being happy, both are sad. That’s when the boy realizes: The penguin hadn’t been lost, it had merely been lonely.A poignant, funny, and child-friendly story about friendship lost . . . and then found again.
Lost and Found #2 (Arnold and Louise #2)
by Erica S. Perl Chris ChattertonUnlikely best friends Arnold and Louise--a big bear and a chatty chipmunk--are back in this easy-to-read chapter book series!When Louise borrows Arnold's newly found treasure, he's sure he'll never see it again. After all, she loses just about everything he lends her. Louise swears she hasn't lost it, but to get it back, she sends Arnold on a treasure hunt of her own--or is it a wild goose chase?
Lost and Found Cat: The True Story of Kunkush's Incredible Journey
by Doug Kuntz Amy ShrodesThis heartwarming true story of one lost cat's journey to be reunited with his refugee family gently introduces children to a difficult topic and shows how ordinary people can help with compassion and hope. When an Iraqi family is forced to flee their home, they can&’t bear to leave their beloved cat, Kunkush, behind. So they carry him with them from Iraq to Greece, keeping their secret passenger hidden away. But during the crowded boat crossing to Greece, his carrier breaks and the frightened cat runs from the chaos, disappearing. After an unsuccessful search, his family has to continue their journey, leaving brokenhearted. A few days later, aid workers in Greece find the lost cat. Knowing how much his family has sacrificed already, they are desperate to reunite them. A worldwide community comes together to spread the word on the Internet and in the news media, and after several months the impossible happens—Kunkush&’s family is found, and they finally get their happy ending in their new home. This remarkable true story is told by the real people involved, with the full cooperation of Kunkush&’s family.&“Bound to be a hit with cats and kids alike.&” —People.com
Lost and Found in the City (Ratnip #1)
by Cam HigginsIn this first book of the new chapter book series from the author of Good Dog, meet Ratnip, an adorable rat who goes on adventures in the city that are equal parts sweet and icky!Ratnip the rat lives in the City, where there&’s always plenty of food to eat…if you know where to look. Dumpster diving isn&’t just for finding food, though. It&’s also for discovering knick-knacks and adventure! And tonight, Ratnip is on a very special mission to return treasure to its rightful owner. But will he make it home before sunrise? With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Ratnip chapter books are perfect for beginning readers.
Lost and Found: Geeger the Robot (QUIX)
by Jarrett LernerDan Gutman&’s My Weird School meets James Patterson&’s House of Robots in the adventures of Geeger, a robot who loses his class pet, in the second story in a fun-to-read Aladdin QUIX chapter book series that&’s perfect for emerging readers!Geeger the Robot gets along great with the class pet, Fudge the Hamster—they both spend a lot of their time eating and share a love for mushy bananas. But when Fudge goes missing, some of the kids in Ms. Bork&’s class think Geeger might be to blame! Could Geeger have eaten Fudge?! He certainly wouldn&’t have done so on purpose. But Geeger has been known to eat things by accident before. With the help of his best friend Tillie, Geeger puts his strengths to use to find Fudge and clear his name!
Lost in the Dunes
by Matt SimsThis book is about Jean and her brother Sam, who are camping in the dunes collecting specimens for their Sea Lab.
Lost in the End: Lost Minecraft Journals, Book Three (Lost Minecraft Journals #3)
by Winter MorganHarriet, Jack, and Toby are treasure hunters, searching the Minecraft world for its most valuable hidden secrets. In an abandoned mineshaft, they discovered the first of three lost journals that once belonged to William, a legendary explorer who has gone missing. The journals have taken them on a daring adventure to a secret temple deep within a desert biome, then into the perilous depths of the Nether. Now the treasure hunters are facing their greatest challenge yet. This time, they’re certain they’re close to finding William. They find themselves traveling deep into the ocean and atop the highest mountains, but they just can’t find him anywhere. Is it possible the journals are a hoax? Is the explorer missing for good? In one last desperate attempt, the group ventures to the End. But will they survive this last-ditch effort, or have they finally gone too far? This is the third book in the new Lost Minecraft Journals series. The chapters of each book alternate between the journal entries (William’s story) and the story of the treasure hunters. Fans of Minecraft won’t want to miss this wild new adventure.
Lost in the Fog (Fountas & Pinnell Classroom, Guided Reading)
by Wendy Rasmussen Ann TakmanNIMAC-sourced textbook. A Nighttime Adventure. With his trusty light, Firefly takes Spider and Butterfly on an exciting nighttime adventure. But what will happen to them when the fog rolls in?
Lost in the Jungle: Secrets of an Overworld Survivor, #1 (Secrets of an Overworld Survivor #1)
by Grace Sandford Greyson MannWill has spent his whole life in the shadow of his older brother, Seth. Sure, his brother is a master builder who is known throughout the entire Overworld, but Will knows he could make his own mark in Minecraft if anyone would give him the chance to prove himself. So when Will gets the chance to go on his first solo adventure, he jumps at the opportunity.Seth urges Will to stay at home where he’ll be safe, or at least take some time to prepare for the journey, but Will knows he has the courage and strength to face whatever strange biomes or hostile mobs the Overworld has in store for him.Will’s quest gets off to a great start when he meets Mina, a fellow adventurer, and they decide to look for excitement together. But when the two get separated and night starts to fall, Will realizes he is lost. With spiders and creepers spawning all around him and no shelter in sight, can Will survive the night all on his own?Beginning readers-and gamers-will be on the edge of their seats in this thrilling first installment in the Secrets of an Overworld Survivor chapter book series!Sky Pony Press, with our Good Books, Racehorse and Arcade imprints, is proud to publish a broad range of books for young readers-picture books for small children, chapter books, books for middle grade readers, and novels for young adults. Our list includes bestsellers for children who love to play Minecraft; stories told with LEGO bricks; books that teach lessons about tolerance, patience, and the environment, and much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
Lost in the Mouseum: Left/right (Mouse Math)
by Eleanor MayEach read-aloud book in the Mouse Math series focuses on a single, basic math concept and features adorable mice, Albert and Wanda, who live in a People House. Entertaining fiction stories capture kids&’ imaginations as the mice learn about numbers, shapes, sizes and more. Over 3 million copies sold worldwide!Mouse mummies, fossil-digging, and more! Albert is excited to explore the mouseum. But when his friend Leo's little cousin goes missing, tracking her down takes the mice on a whole new adventure. Every Mouse Math title includes back matter activities that support and extend reading comprehension and math skills, plus free online activities. (Math concept: Left/Right)
Lost in the Wild! (Step into Reading)
by Steve BehlingThis Step into Reading Step 3 Comic Reader is based on the hit Netflix hit show Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous!Bonus content: Full-color poster!Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous follows a group of six teenagers chosen for a once-in-a-lifetime experience at a new adventure camp on the opposite side of Isla Nublar--the home of the Jurassic World theme park. But when dinosaurs wreak havoc across the island, the campers are stranded. Perfect for boys and girls ages 5 to 8, this Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader is illustrated with action-packed comic panels that showcase the fearsome dinosaurs from the show--plus a fold-out Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous poster!Step 3 readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics for children who are ready to read on their own.
Lots and Lots of Zebra Stripes
by Stephen R. SwinburneWith a simple text and vivid full-color photographs, Stephen R. Swinburne shows children a wide range of nature's exquisite designs. He invites children to open their eyes and look for patterns in water and on land, in the air and on the ground, and in their own neighborhoods. They will see the world as they've never seen it before.
Lottie & Walter
by Anna WalkerAn original, compelling, and visually stunning treatment of a common childhood predicament: overcoming a fear of the water. Lottie goes to swim lessons every Saturday, but she never gets in the water. That&’s because she is convinced there is a shark in the pool, a shark that wants to eat her and only her. But then Walter appears. Walter likes singing and reading books and bubble baths, and his favorite food is fish sticks, just like Lottie. When Saturday rolls around again, Lottie is no more ready to jump in the pool than she was before. Or is she? Sometimes it just takes a special friend to find the courage that was inside you all along.
Lottie Paris Lives Here
by Angela JohnsonAward-winning author Angela Johnson and illustrator Scott Fischer take you inside the mind of a spunky girl and the imaginative world she lives in with this delightful story now available as a Classic Board Book!Lottie Paris may be precocious, but she still knows how to act like a kid. She dresses up, plays on the slide, and prefers to eat cookies instead of vegetables. She has a great imagination and sees the possibilities in the simplest pleasures. Plus, she’s sassy, so there’s no chance of getting bored. Join Lottie Paris in her world and you’ll never look at yours the same again!
Lotus Lane Collection: Books 1-4 (Lotus Lane)
by Kyla MayMeet the Lotus Lane Girls!This series is part of Scholastic's early chapter book line called Branches, which is aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Kiki, Coco, and Lulu are the BEST of friends. They even have their very own club -- the Lotus Lane Girls Club! But Mika, the new girl, is shaking things up on Lotus Lane. Each book is written as a different friend's diary--with illustrations and doodles throughout. Read all four diaries to find out more about life on Lotus Lane!
Louanne Pig in Witch Lady
by Nancy CarlsonBestselling author-illustrator Nancy Carlson has gained an international audience for her vibrantly illustrated books about Harriet (a nervous golden retriever), Loudmouth George (a very self-assured rabbit), and the indomitable Louanne Pig. Other books by this author are available in this library.
Loudmouse
by Richard WilburLoudmouse might be small, but he sure makes a lot of noise! His mama wishes he were a bit quieter, but Loudmouse's booming voice sure comes in handy when there's a cat on the prowl, a mousetrap waiting to be sprung, and a burglar on the loose. Young readers and listeners will delight in this charming tale of the little mouse with the big voice and a taste for cheese.Poet, professor, and father of three, Richard Wilbur wrote volumes of verse that won such coveted awards as the Pulitzer Prize, the National Book Award, and the Edna St. Vincent Millay Memorial Award. His story is illustrated by artist Don Almquist, whose distinctive drawings appeared in leading magazines of the 1960s.
Loudmouth George and the New Neighbors
by Nancy CarlsonWhen a family of pigs moves in next door, the rabbit George wants nothing to do with them, but finally he gives in and finds out they aren't so bad after all. Other books about George are available in this library.
Loudmouth George and the Sixth Grade Bully
by Nancy CarlsonAfter having his lunch repeatedly stolen by a bully twice his size, Loudmouth George and his friend Harriet teach him a lesson he'll never forget. Other books by this author are available in this library.
Louie's Search
by Ezra Jack KeatsWhen Louie goes looking for a father, he meets Barney. Barney accuses Louie of stealing a music box from his truck, but Louie says he didn't do it. It's up to Louie's mother to settle the conflict and reveal that meeting Barney may be the beginning of the end of Louie's search. This heartwarming tale features the same collage art and colorful urban setting that are featured in Keats' popular books A Letter to Amy and Peter's Chair.
Louis
by Tom LichtenheldA beloved teddy can bear it no longer and plots his escape from his owner&’s suffocating affections in this laugh-out-loud picture book from New York Times best-selling creator of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site and Steam Train Dream Train fame, Tom Lichtenheld. Louis the bear has had enough. From day one, life has been one indignity after another. If he's not being used as a hankie, he's being hung out to dry—literally. (No one likes clothespins used on their ears!) This teddy is sneaking away just as soon as he can. Then again, no use running off in the rain . . .or during a show-and-tell routine. Maybe Louis has something to lose, after all. This fresh and funny take on a teddy bear come to life is a salty and sweet, grumpy and tender, sly tribute to the ties that bind.
Louis Braille: The Boy Who Invented Books For The Blind
by Margaret Davidson CompereA poignant story of the man who developed the Braille system of printing for the blind.